- 1. Where was Maryam walking in the story?
- 2. What great miracle did Maryam feel in her heart?
- 3. What is the name of the baby Maryam was carrying?
- 4. Who told Maryam that she would have a baby?
- 5. How did Allah create Prophet Isa?
- 6. What would Prophet Isa become when he grew up?
- 7. How did Maryam feel when the angel first told her about the baby?
- 8. What did the angel tell Maryam about having a baby without a father?
- 9. Why did Allah create Prophet Isa without a father?
- 10. Was Maryam married when she became pregnant?
- 11. Where did Maryam go when it was time to give birth?
- 12. What tree did Maryam rest near during the birth?
- 13. What did Allah tell Maryam to do when she was in pain?
- 14. What fell from the palm tree when Maryam shook it?
- 15. What else did Allah provide for Maryam during the birth?
- 16. What did Allah tell Maryam to do if people asked about her baby?
- 17. How did baby Isa defend his mother when people questioned her?
- 18. What did baby Isa say about himself when he spoke from the cradle?
- 19. What special book did Allah give to Prophet Isa?
- 20. What is the Arabic title often used for Prophet Isa?
- 21. According to the Qur’an, what miracles could Prophet Isa perform by Allah’s permission?
- 22. Who created the miracle of Prophet Isa’s birth?
- 23. In the Qur’an, how is Prophet Isa’s creation compared to another prophet?
- 24. What important lesson does Maryam’s story teach about trusting Allah?
- 25. What is the main message for children from this story?
Quiz: The Miraculous Birth of Prophet Isa (Jesus)
The Amazing Story of Maryam and Her Blessed Son – Based on the Qur’an
Multiple Choice Questions (A, B, C, D Format)
Instructions: Read each question carefully and choose the best answer from the four options.
1. Where was Maryam walking in the story?
A) In the marketplace
B) Gently among the trees
C) Along the beach
D) In the city streets
Answer: B) Gently among the trees
Explanation: The Qur’an in Surah Maryam (19:23) mentions that Maryam went to a remote place, and the story describes palm trees around her during the birth of Prophet Isa.
2. What great miracle did Maryam feel in her heart?
A) She could fly
B) She could see the future
C) She was carrying a baby without a father
D) She became invisible
Answer: C) She was carrying a baby without a father
Explanation: Allah created Prophet Isa in Maryam’s womb without a father through His divine command “Be, and it is” (Qur’an 3:47). This was one of the greatest miracles in human history.
3. What is the name of the baby Maryam was carrying?
A) Musa (Moses)
B) Ibrahim (Abraham)
C) Isa (Jesus)
D) Yahya (John)
Answer: C) Isa (Jesus)
Explanation: The baby was Prophet Isa (Jesus), peace be upon him. In Surah Al-Imran (3:45), the angels announced to Maryam that Allah would give her a son named “Al-Masih Isa ibn Maryam” (The Messiah, Jesus son of Mary).
4. Who told Maryam that she would have a baby?
A) Her mother
B) Prophet Zakariya
C) An angel (Jibril)
D) A wise person
Answer: C) An angel (Jibril)
Explanation: According to Surah Maryam (19:17-19), Allah sent the angel Jibril (Gabriel) to Maryam in the form of a man to give her the news that she would have a pure son.
5. How did Allah create Prophet Isa?
A) In the normal way with a father and mother
B) By His command “Be!” without a father
C) Through magic
D) He wasn’t really created
Answer: B) By His command “Be!” without a father
Explanation: The Qur’an states in Surah Al-Imran (3:47): “He [Allah] said, ‘Thus Allah creates what He wills. When He decrees a matter, He only says to it, ‘Be,’ and it is.'”
6. What would Prophet Isa become when he grew up?
A) A king
B) A merchant
C) A noble messenger of Allah
D) A soldier
Answer: C) A noble messenger of Allah
Explanation: Prophet Isa was one of the greatest messengers of Allah, sent to guide the Children of Israel. The Qur’an calls him “a messenger to the Children of Israel” (3:49).
7. How did Maryam feel when the angel first told her about the baby?
A) Very happy immediately
B) Confused and worried
C) Angry
D) She didn’t care
Answer: B) Confused and worried
Explanation: In Surah Maryam (19:20), Maryam said, “How can I have a boy while no man has touched me and I have not been unchaste?” She was understandably concerned about what people would think.
8. What did the angel tell Maryam about having a baby without a father?
A) It’s impossible
B) It’s easy for Allah
C) She must find a husband first
D) She was imagining things
Answer: B) It’s easy for Allah
Explanation: The angel responded in Surah Maryam (19:21): “Thus it will be; your Lord says, ‘It is easy for Me.'” Nothing is difficult for Allah, the All-Powerful.
9. Why did Allah create Prophet Isa without a father?
A) As a sign and mercy for people
B) Because there were no men available
C) By accident
D) To make life difficult for Maryam
Answer: A) As a sign and mercy for people
Explanation: Allah says in Surah Maryam (19:21): “And [We will make him] a sign to the people and a mercy from Us.” This miracle proved Allah’s unlimited power.
10. Was Maryam married when she became pregnant?
A) Yes, she was married
B) No, she was not married
C) She was engaged
D) The Qur’an doesn’t mention this
Answer: B) No, she was not married
Explanation: Maryam was a virgin who had dedicated her life to worshiping Allah. The Qur’an emphasizes she “guarded her chastity” (21:91, 66:12), and the miraculous birth occurred without any husband.
11. Where did Maryam go when it was time to give birth?
A) To the hospital
B) To her mother’s house
C) To a remote place (away from people)
D) To the temple
Answer: C) To a remote place (away from people)
Explanation: Surah Maryam (19:22) states: “So she conceived him, and she withdrew with him to a remote place.” She went away because she was worried about people’s reactions.
12. What tree did Maryam rest near during the birth?
A) An olive tree
B) A palm tree
C) An oak tree
D) An apple tree
Answer: B) A palm tree
Explanation: The Qur’an in Surah Maryam (19:23) mentions that the pains of childbirth drove her to the trunk of a palm tree (nakhlah in Arabic).
13. What did Allah tell Maryam to do when she was in pain?
A) Call for help
B) Shake the palm tree trunk
C) Run away
D) Stop eating
Answer: B) Shake the palm tree trunk
Explanation: In Surah Maryam (19:25), Allah instructed: “And shake toward you the trunk of the palm tree; it will drop upon you ripe, fresh dates.”
14. What fell from the palm tree when Maryam shook it?
A) Leaves
B) Coconuts
C) Fresh, ripe dates
D) Nothing
Answer: C) Fresh, ripe dates
Explanation: As mentioned in Surah Maryam (19:25), fresh dates fell for her to eat. This was miraculous because dates give strength and are especially beneficial for women after childbirth.
15. What else did Allah provide for Maryam during the birth?
A) A warm blanket
B) A stream of fresh water
C) A house
D) Other people to help
Answer: B) A stream of fresh water
Explanation: Surah Maryam (19:24) mentions that Allah created a stream beneath her so she could drink and refresh herself during this difficult time.
16. What did Allah tell Maryam to do if people asked about her baby?
A) Explain everything in detail
B) Remain silent and fast from speaking
C) Run away
D) Deny having a baby
Answer: B) Remain silent and fast from speaking
Explanation: In Surah Maryam (19:26), Allah told her to make a vow of silence and not speak to any person that day. The baby would speak for her instead.
17. How did baby Isa defend his mother when people questioned her?
A) He cried loudly
B) He spoke as a newborn baby
C) He remained silent
D) He didn’t defend her
Answer: B) He spoke as a newborn baby
Explanation: In an incredible miracle, baby Isa spoke from the cradle, defending his mother’s honor. This is described in Surah Maryam (19:29-33) and Surah Al-Imran (3:46).
18. What did baby Isa say about himself when he spoke from the cradle?
A) “I am a king”
B) “I am the servant of Allah”
C) “I am divine”
D) “I am hungry”
Answer: B) “I am the servant of Allah”
Explanation: The first words baby Isa spoke were: “Indeed, I am the servant of Allah. He has given me the Scripture and made me a prophet” (Qur’an 19:30). This clearly establishes that Prophet Isa was a human servant of Allah, not divine.
19. What special book did Allah give to Prophet Isa?
A) The Torah
B) The Zabur
C) The Injil (Gospel)
D) The Qur’an
Answer: C) The Injil (Gospel)
Explanation: Allah revealed the Injil (Gospel) to Prophet Isa, as mentioned in the Qur’an (5:46). This was divine guidance for the Children of Israel.
20. What is the Arabic title often used for Prophet Isa?
A) Al-Amin
B) Al-Masih (The Messiah)
C) Al-Khalil
D) Al-Sadiq
Answer: B) Al-Masih (The Messiah)
Explanation: The Qur’an consistently refers to Prophet Isa as “Al-Masih Isa ibn Maryam” (The Messiah, Jesus son of Mary) in verses like 3:45, 4:171, and 5:17.
21. According to the Qur’an, what miracles could Prophet Isa perform by Allah’s permission?
A) Only speaking as a baby
B) Healing the blind and sick, bringing clay birds to life
C) Flying
D) Making gold
Answer: B) Healing the blind and sick, bringing clay birds to life
Explanation: Surah Al-Imran (3:49) lists Prophet Isa’s miracles: healing the blind and lepers, bringing the dead back to life (by Allah’s permission), and breathing life into clay birds.
22. Who created the miracle of Prophet Isa’s birth?
A) Maryam herself
B) The angels
C) Allah alone
D) Prophet Zakariya
Answer: C) Allah alone
Explanation: Only Allah has the power to create life. The Qur’an repeatedly emphasizes that this was Allah’s miracle to show His power, just as He created Adam without any parents.
23. In the Qur’an, how is Prophet Isa’s creation compared to another prophet?
A) Like Prophet Musa
B) Like Prophet Adam
C) Like Prophet Nuh
D) Like Prophet Yusuf
Answer: B) Like Prophet Adam
Explanation: Surah Al-Imran (3:59) states: “Indeed, the example of Jesus to Allah is like that of Adam. He created him from dust; then He said to him, ‘Be,’ and he was.” Both were miraculous creations.
24. What important lesson does Maryam’s story teach about trusting Allah?
A) Allah only helps easy situations
B) Allah can solve any problem, no matter how impossible it seems
C) We should never face difficulties
D) Miracles don’t happen anymore
Answer: B) Allah can solve any problem, no matter how impossible it seems
Explanation: Maryam faced an impossible situation, but Allah provided for her completely—giving her food, water, and even making her newborn baby speak to defend her. This teaches absolute trust (tawakkul) in Allah.
25. What is the main message for children from this story?
A) Miracles only happened in the past
B) Allah’s power is unlimited, and He supports those who believe in Him
C) Only prophets are special
D) We should be afraid of difficult situations
Answer: B) Allah’s power is unlimited, and He supports those who believe in Him
Explanation: This story shows that nothing is impossible for Allah. When we have faith, patience, and trust in Him, Allah will help us through any difficulty. Maryam’s unwavering faith made her one of the greatest women in all of history.
